SUMMARY
The correct calculation of the Debye temperature for gold using the formula $$Θ_D = \hbar \frac{v_s}{k_b} \sqrt[3]{6π^2 \frac{N}{V}}$$ yields a value of 375.52 K based on the speed of sound in gold at 3240 m/s and an atom density of 5.9 x 10^28 m^-3. However, the accepted tabular value for gold's Debye temperature is 165 K. The discrepancy suggests a potential error in the application of the formula or the values used for the speed of sound and atom density. Further verification of constants and calculations is necessary to resolve this issue.
PREREQUISITES
- Understanding of Debye temperature and its significance in solid-state physics
- Familiarity with the formula for Debye temperature calculation
- Knowledge of atomic density and its calculation for materials
- Basic proficiency in using physical constants such as Planck's constant and Boltzmann's constant
NEXT STEPS
- Review the calculation of atomic density for gold and its implications on Debye temperature
- Investigate the physical significance of the Debye temperature in materials science
- Learn about the derivation and application of the Debye model in solid-state physics
- Explore the impact of sound velocity variations on thermal properties of materials
USEFUL FOR
Students and researchers in materials science, physicists studying solid-state phenomena, and anyone interested in the thermodynamic properties of metals, particularly gold.